Ruben Zavala
About Ruben Zavala
Ruben Zavala is a Senior Tax Associate at Marcum LLP in Chicago, Illinois, with a background in accounting and tax services. He has held various positions in tax and finance, including roles at Topel Forman LLC and the Cook County Treasurer's Office.
Work at Marcum
Ruben Zavala has been employed at Marcum LLP as a Senior Tax Associate since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for providing tax-related services and support to clients. His position is based in Chicago, Illinois, where he has accumulated three years of experience in the field. His work at Marcum involves collaborating with a team to ensure compliance with tax regulations and offering strategic tax planning advice.
Previous Experience at Topel Forman LLC
Before joining Marcum, Ruben Zavala worked at Topel Forman LLC in various capacities. He served as a Senior Tax Associate from 2019 to 2021, where he managed tax compliance and advisory services. Prior to that, he was a Tax Associate from 2017 to 2019, contributing to tax preparation and client consultations. He also completed a Tax Intern position at the firm for three months in 2017.
Internship Experience
Ruben Zavala has gained valuable internship experience early in his career. He interned at the Cook County Treasurer's Office in the Refund Department for six months in 2014. Additionally, he worked as an Internal Audit Intern at SP+ (SP Plus) for six months in 2016. These roles provided him with foundational knowledge in tax and auditing processes.
Education and Expertise
Ruben Zavala earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from DePaul University, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. His academic background has equipped him with a solid understanding of accounting principles and tax regulations, which he applies in his professional roles. His education has been instrumental in his career progression within the tax field.
Background in Legal Assistance
Ruben Zavala has a background in legal assistance, having worked as a Legal Assistant at Gardiner Koch Weisberg & Wrona from 2013 to 2014. This experience provided him with insights into legal processes and documentation, which can be beneficial in his current tax-related roles.